Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2011-001



Position: Mathematics Instructor
Salary: F-III $16,146 – $17,810 PA
Benefits: Position is eligible for housing or transportation benefit
Opening Date: September 27, 201
Closinging Date: October 26, 2010
Location:
National Campus/Math & Science Div.
P.O. Box 159
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941
Duties:

Teaching 12 to 15 contact hours per semester of mathematics courses including but not limited to, prealgebra, elementary algebra, intermediate algebra, and college algebra with one to four preparations. Teaching classes in accordance with the goals and objectives of the course as described in the course outline. Maintaining accurate records of student attendance and student learning outcomes/grades, in accordance with COM-FSM regulations. Submitting records to Chairperson after the end of the semester/session. Keeping at least 5 office hours per week. Participating in one standing committee; may be asked to participate in adhoc committees. Advising students. Participating in special College functions such as graduation. Participating in Division activities.  This includes meetings, curriculum development and developing procedures for improving current classes. Participating in assessment activities. Participating in professional development. Attending to additional needs of the College or the community as agreed upon by the faculty member in consultation with their supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

MS degree in mathematics or equivalent field from a US accredited college and two years of full-time experience teaching at the post-secondary level. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards. Experience with establishment and assessment of student learning outcomes, formative assessment and related matters. Gives evidence of exemplary teaching ability. Shows good command and knowledge of developmental mathematics and the teaching of the subject matter. Ability to communicate with clarity. Demonstrated capability of different methods of presentation. Demonstrated ability to hold interest of students; command their respect; be fair and impartial, and encourage participation. Initiative, interpersonal skills and culturally sensitivity are essential.

Contact:
Applications are available at the College of Micronesia–FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or at the college’s website at www.comfsm.fm.
Process:

Applicants must submit an interest letter, resume, COM-FSM Employment Application form, official college transcripts, a brief teaching philosophy and 3 up to date letters of recommendation to Human Resources Office at the address above or send via E-mail to hro@comfsm.fm no later than October 26, 2010. Applications will be reviewed immediately following closing.  Successful applicant must be on island by the first week of January 2011.


The College of Micronesia–FSM is an equal opportunity employer.
FSM Citizens are encouraged to apply